D.C. Global Talent Inc.
Director of Food and Beverage
D.C. Global Talent Inc., Miami, Florida, us, 33222
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Food and Beverage to lead our culinary operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire food and beverage department, including the main restaurant, all-day dining, pool and beach services, banquets, special events, in-room dining, and external vendor partnerships. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this individual will play a critical role in driving revenue growth, enhancing the guest experience, and developing strategic marketing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operations of the main restaurant, all-day dining, pool and beach services, banquets, special events, and in-room diningDevelop and implement effective strategies to drive revenue growth and increase profitabilityFoster strong relationships with external vendors and negotiate contracts for events and servicesCoach, mentor, and train restaurant managers, chefs, and staff to ensure exceptional service deliveryCollaborate with the Marketing Department to develop and execute marketing initiatives that promote the food and beverage offeringsProvide financial oversight and management of the food and beverage department's budgetPresent monthly reports to ownership highlighting key performance indicators, financials, and operational metricsDevelop and maintain relationships with ownership to ensure alignment with the company's overall vision and goalsEnsure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as internal policies and proceduresRequirements:
7+ years of experience in a senior food and beverage leadership role in a luxury, lifestyle, or boutique hotel or resortProven track record of success in driving revenue growth, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the guest experienceStrong understanding of marketing principles and ability to develop creative marketing initiativesExcellent coaching and mentoring skills, with experience in developing high-performing teamsAbility to work effectively with external vendors and negotiate contractsStrong analytical skills, with experience in financial analysis and budgetingExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tell the story factually and creativelyFamiliarity with Miami's hospitality market is a plusMust be a US CitizenNice to Have:
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple food and beverage outletsKnowledge of local suppliers and vendorsCertification in food safety or hospitality management (e.g. HACCP, ServSafe)
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operations of the main restaurant, all-day dining, pool and beach services, banquets, special events, and in-room diningDevelop and implement effective strategies to drive revenue growth and increase profitabilityFoster strong relationships with external vendors and negotiate contracts for events and servicesCoach, mentor, and train restaurant managers, chefs, and staff to ensure exceptional service deliveryCollaborate with the Marketing Department to develop and execute marketing initiatives that promote the food and beverage offeringsProvide financial oversight and management of the food and beverage department's budgetPresent monthly reports to ownership highlighting key performance indicators, financials, and operational metricsDevelop and maintain relationships with ownership to ensure alignment with the company's overall vision and goalsEnsure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as internal policies and proceduresRequirements:
7+ years of experience in a senior food and beverage leadership role in a luxury, lifestyle, or boutique hotel or resortProven track record of success in driving revenue growth, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the guest experienceStrong understanding of marketing principles and ability to develop creative marketing initiativesExcellent coaching and mentoring skills, with experience in developing high-performing teamsAbility to work effectively with external vendors and negotiate contractsStrong analytical skills, with experience in financial analysis and budgetingExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tell the story factually and creativelyFamiliarity with Miami's hospitality market is a plusMust be a US CitizenNice to Have:
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple food and beverage outletsKnowledge of local suppliers and vendorsCertification in food safety or hospitality management (e.g. HACCP, ServSafe)